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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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